Sun, heat, swimming, sunscreen, makeup… Vacations put eyelash extensions and lash lifts to the test.
However, with a few good habits and the right products, it is entirely possible to maintain a clean, well-groomed, and elegant look throughout the summer.
For lash beauty professionals, the support does not end when the treatment is finished: properly advising a client on at-home care is an integral part of the experience.
At Lash Boutik, we select professional products that allow technicians to offer their clients a genuine maintenance routine tailored to eyelash extensions and lash lifts.
Why is lash care particularly important during vacations?
During the summer, lashes are exposed to various factors more frequently: sweat, sebum, dust, makeup, sunscreen, swimming, and even hot and humid environments.
For a client wearing eyelash extensions, this does not mean they have to stop enjoying their vacation. On the contrary: they simply need to adapt their care habits.
The goal is simple:
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maintain good lash hygiene;
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regularly remove impurities and residue;
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avoid the buildup of sebum and cosmetic products;
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gently brush the extensions;
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take care of natural lashes;
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preserve the aesthetic result of the treatment for as long as possible.
Cleaning therefore remains essential, even during vacations.
1. Cleaning eyelash extensions: the essential habit
A misconception persists: some clients think they should avoid getting their eyelash extensions wet.
This is false.
Once the glue is properly polymerized and the treatment is complete, regular maintenance and cleaning of the extensions are essential.
The right habit is to use a cleanser specifically formulated for the eye area and eyelash extensions, then gently clean the lashes without rubbing them aggressively.
🫧 My Lamination 4in1 Cleansing Foam
The My Lamination 4in1 Cleansing Foam is a 50 ml professional cleansing foam available at Lash Boutik.
It can be integrated into the maintenance routine recommended by the technician to keep lashes clean and free of impurities. The foam is also used in professional lash preparation protocols before a lift.
👉 Discover the 4in1 Cleansing Foam
🫧 Bivolash Eyelash Cleansing Foam
Lash Boutik also offers the Bivolash Eyelash Cleansing Foam, available in 100ml.
This is another interesting option to recommend to clients looking for a product dedicated to facial and lash cleaning in their daily routine.
👉 Discover the cleansing foams
2. Good hygiene also helps preserve the results better
Caring for extensions is not just about maintaining a pretty visual result.
Regular cleaning helps limit the buildup of sebum, makeup, and impurities around the lashes.
For professionals, it is also an opportunity to remind their clients that eyelash extensions are not a reason to stop cleaning the eye area.
On the contrary, an adapted routine helps keep the area clean while taking care of the extensions.
A simple routine to recommend
Morning:
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Gently clean the lashes.
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Rinse thoroughly.
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Dry without rubbing.
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Gently brush the extensions.
Evening:
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Remove makeup with compatible products.
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Clean the lashes.
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Rinse.
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Dry gently.
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Brush the extensions once they are dry.
The goal is not to use many products, but to implement a regular, gentle, and adapted routine.
3. After cleaning, it's time for lash care
Eyelash extensions enhance the look, but you should never forget the natural fiber upon which they are applied.
Professional advice can therefore also include an adapted care routine, which is particularly useful after a summer period or when lashes seem dry or brittle.
💧 Mineral Lash Serum Home
The Mineral Lash Serum Home is a serum for lashes and brows.
Its formula, rich in functional ingredients, is designed to care for lashes from the root. Its liner-style applicator allows for precise application at the base of the lashes, on clean lashes, twice a day.
👉 Discover the Mineral Lash Serum Home
🌿 Vitamin Lash Serum Home
The Vitamin Lash Serum Home is also designed to support the lash and brow care routine after a lamination treatment.
The My Lamination range presents this serum as a daily treatment intended to nourish and strengthen the lashes.
My Lamination Biotin Serum Home
The Biotin Serum Home My Lamination is a true strengthening treatment for lashes and brows.
Its formula combines biotin, methionine, hydrolyzed keratin, collagen, vitamins C and E, vitamin F, and provitamin B5. It is designed to nourish, strengthen, and support the natural growth of lashes.
Its dual applicator allows for precise application, from root to tip, twice a day on clean lashes. The product is also indicated as being compatible with wearing eyelash extensions.
👉 A particularly interesting treatment to recommend to clients who wish to integrate a real care routine into their daily life.
4. And what if your client wants to wear makeup during their vacation?
Taking care of your lashes does not mean giving up makeup.
For a client who has had a lash lift, My Lamination mascaras allow them to complete the result with a touch of makeup while maintaining a professional and sophisticated finish.
🖤 Extreme Volume Mascara
Want a more intense look?
The Extreme Volume Mascara provides a volumizing and lengthening effect to intensify the look.
Its vegan formula combines ingredients of natural origin and is designed to provide definition and intensity to the lashes. It is part of the My Lamination makeup range dedicated to enhancing the eyes.
It is the ideal option for clients who want more volume and a more defined look during their vacation.
✨ Extreme Lift Mascara
For those who prefer a lighter, lengthened result, the Extreme Lift Mascara offers a lifting and lengthening effect.
Its formula contains carnauba wax and sunflower wax. It is particularly suitable for lashes that have had a lash lift, to visually reinforce the lifted effect and intensify the look.
Which mascara to recommend?
For an intense and voluminous look → Extreme Volume 🖤
For a lengthened and lifted effect → Extreme Lift ✨
Two options to allow your clients to continue wearing makeup during their vacation while enhancing their look.
8. Don't forget the simple habit: brushing your extensions
A small accessory can make a real difference in the client's routine: the spoolie provided at the end of every treatment.
And during vacations: what habits should you recommend to your clients?
A good routine does not mean giving up the pleasures of summer.
Your client can enjoy their vacation while taking care of their look.
☀️ Sun
Avoid excessive and direct exposure of skincare products to heat or the sun as much as possible.
🌊 Swimming
Swimming is part of the vacation. The main thing is to maintain a good cleaning routine and not let residue build up after a day at the beach or pool.
🧴 Sunscreen
Sunscreen is essential to protect the skin. However, you should avoid letting it build up on the lashes and extensions.
Regular cleaning is therefore particularly important during the summer.
💄 Makeup
If your client wants to wear makeup on their eyes, prioritize products suited to their treatment and explain how to remove them without rubbing the extensions.
🪥 Brushing
Gentle and regular brushing helps keep extensions in place and maintains a neat result.
Professionals: take advantage of the appointment to pass on the right advice
The best routine often starts before the client even leaves the salon.
At the end of a service, take a few minutes to explain:
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how to clean their extensions;
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which products to use;
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how to dry their lashes;
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how to brush them;
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which habits to avoid;
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and which care products can complete their routine.
This step allows you to transform a simple recommendation into genuine professional support.
Your client then leaves not only with an aesthetic result but also with the keys to taking care of it on a daily basis.
Vacation or back to work: also think about your professional stock
Summer also concerns lash beauty professionals.
Some experience a particularly busy period before their clients leave for vacation. Others take a few days off before returning to their appointments at the start of the school/work year.
In both cases, it's a good time to take stock of your inventory.
To check before the break:
✔ Eyelash extensions
✔ Pre-made fans
✔ Glues
✔ Consumables
✔ Cleaning products
✔ Lifting products
✔ Lash and brow care
✔ Accessories
And above all, remember to check the storage conditions for each product before leaving your workspace closed for several days.
Some references, in particular, need to be kept away from heat and light or stored in specific conditions. For example, the Tabya Lashes professional Gel Remover must be kept in a cool, dark place with the lid tightly closed.
This summer, take care of your look... right to the end
Vacations don't change the fundamentals: a sublime look starts with a good treatment but is prolonged thanks to proper maintenance.
For clients with eyelash extensions, the priority remains regular hygiene, gentle movements, and suitable products.
For clients who have had a lash lift, treatments also help support the fiber and preserve the neat appearance of the result.
And for professionals, passing on this advice is a real value-add.
At Lash Boutik, find a selection of professional products for eyelash extensions, lash lifts, and eye care: cleansing foams, treatments, serums, accessories, and professional products selected for lash technicians.
Because taking care of lashes doesn't stop at the door of the salon. 🤍
